Does urinating kill sperm leftover in the urethra?

Doctor's Answer

A study done in 1998 in-vitro showed that sperm motility (health) was reduced by urine ammonia. [1]

Beyond that, there is no clear evidence on whether urine is spermicidal, excepting the clearing through physical means of residual semen post-ejaculation.

I would assume that this is pertaining to whether it is safe for further sexual encounters post-urination as part of contraception. Barrier methods like condoms would still be advised to avoid unwanted pregnancies.

Do keep safe and protected!

Reference:

  1. Kim, S. C., & Kim, H. W. (1998). Effects of nitrogenous components of urine on sperm motility: an in vitro study. International journal of andrology, 21(1), 29-33.

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